Echoes of Unrequited Love

Chapter 220

Wellis told that the afternoon report had nearly spiraiad out of control.

In fact, after Hogan checked out Timothy’s character design, he went began to critique one of the male protagonists–nitpicking everything from the look to the threads, even down to whether the protagonist’s shirt was tucked into his suit pants or not. He specifically asked Timothy to redesign the character.

Timothy, full of pride, naturally couldn’t handle such ridicule. And just then, Cecilia jumped into the fray to play peacemaker, saying Hogan had a point, suggesting Timothy should seriously consider a do–over.

“And then what?” I asked, pinching the bridge of my nose in exasperation.

“Then the meeting just got interrupted,” Wallis stated, clearly annoyed, “Cecilia really did a number on Timothy, throwing him under the bus in front of Hogan. Timothy was so steamed he just dropped the mic and bailed.”

Hearing this, I got antsy, “Where is he now?”

“He didn’t even answer phone calls. He only mentioned that change is unlikely unless we change investors, else he won’t continue with this work,” Wallis paused, then asked, “Xaviera, what should we do now?”

I expected Hogan to stir up troubles again, but I never imagined it would blow up like this.

felt like everything was going to hell

Havenport. After spending one night, I drove back to

office, it coincidentally was time to start work.

I spotted Cecilia emerging from her fiery red ride across the

paired with a matching suede mini skirt and

she was in a

second, she caught

stare–down, Cecilia awkwardly tugged at the corner of her mouth, batting those doe eyes at me, “Xaviera, you’re early. What were you so busy with yesterday? You

and soft, but her eyes

Wallis‘ words, I gently responded, “I heard you vetoed Mr.

“It was Hogan who shot down Mr. Temple’s idea, not me. I was just considering

company and Rainbow Capital, she’s got every reason to side with her

like it’s your lifeblood. What made you skip out suddenly yesterday?” Her probing gaze landed on me, her curiosity

concern, Director Irwin,” instead of answering her question, I said, “I’ll explain

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chimed in. “Well, you better make it good, Xaviera.